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  • Page 2: Manual Revisions

    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 October 8, 2009 • Revision A1 with firmware version 1.0 March 24, 2010 •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem ......9 Inbound Filters..............51 Connect to Another Router ............10 Firewall Settings ..............52 Getting Started ................12 Routing ...................53 Advanced Wireless Settings ..........54 Configuration ................13 Advanced Network Settings ...........55 Quick Setup Wizard ..............13 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 4 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK) ..........79 Configure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS) ........80 Connect to a Wireless Network ..........82 Using Windows 7 ...............82 ® Using Windows Vista ..............85 ® Configure WPA/WPA2 ............86 Connect Using WCN 2.0 ...........88 Using Windows XP ..............89 ® D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 5: Product Overview

    D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 Home Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-601 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 6: System Requirements

    Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Computer with the following: CD Installation Wizard • Windows XP with Service Pack 2, Vista or Windows ® ® ® Requirements • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 7: Features

    • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-601 provides up to 150Mbps.* This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with 802.11g Devices - The DIR-601 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.

  • Page 8: Hardware Overview

    The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL Internet Port modem. Power Receptor The Power LED will illuminate red when the camera is receiving power. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 9: Leds

    A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data WLAN LED transmission. A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. This LED Local Network LEDs blinks during data transmission. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 10: Installation

    Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the CD from is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard will not work.

  • Page 11: Wireless Installation Considerations

    The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines: 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 12: Network Diagram

    Section 2 - Installation Network Diagram Desktop Computer Wireless Laptop Internet DIR-601 Router INTERNET - - - RESET INTERNET D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 13: Connect To Cable/Dsl/Satellite Modem

    8. Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, Internet light, and the LAN light (the port that your computer is plugged into) should be lit. If not, make sure your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct. 9. Skip to page 12 to configure your router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 14: Connect To Another Router

    Section 2 - 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: •...
  • Page 15 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 Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting Started The DIR-601 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. You may manually configure your router without the wizard. Refer to the next page to manually setup your router.

  • Page 17: Configuration

    Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Note: If you have successfully completed the setup on your router with the CD, the Quick Setup Wizard will not appear. Please refer to page 20.

  • Page 18: D-Link Dir-601 User Manual

    Section 3 - Configuration This wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next to continue.
  • Page 19 Section 3 - Configuration In order to secure your new networking device, please enter a password and click Next. Select Enable Advanced DNS Services to allow this function to improve your overall Internet experience. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 20: D-Link Dir-601 User Manual

    Section 3 - Configuration Please wait while your router detects your internet connection type. Select your Internet connection type and click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 21: D-Link Dir-601 User Manual

    Section 3 - Configuration If you selected DHCP Connection, make suer that you are connected to the D-Link router with the PC that was originally connected to your broadband connection. Then, click the Clone MAC button to copy your computer’s MAC address. Click Next to continue.

  • Page 22: D-Link Dir-601 User Manual

    Once this screen appears, your setup is complete. Click Save & Connect to reboot the router. Before your router reboots, you will be asked if you want to bookmark ‘D-Link Router Web Management, ” click Ok to finish. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 23: Web-Based Configuration Utility

    Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your password. Leave the password blank by default. If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 24: Internet Connection Setup Wizard

    Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to quickly configure your router using the setup wizard. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Configuration Wizard. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 25 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. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 26 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. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 27 Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 28 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. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 29: Manual Configuration

    If you opt to set up your Internet connection manually, you will be redirected to a WAN page that allows you to select your Internet type and enter the correct configuration parameters. Select your Internet connection type using the “My Internet Connection is” drop-down menu. Click the Save Settings button when you have configured the connection. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 30: Dynamic Ip Address (Dhcp)

    Internet experience by correcting many common typo mistakes automatically, taking you where you intended to go and saving you valuable time. Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features. Host Name: The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.

  • Page 31: Pppoe (Dsl)

    Internet experience by correcting many common typo mistakes automatically, taking you where you intended to go and saving you valuable time. Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.
  • Page 32 MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 33: Pptp

    Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.
  • Page 34 MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 35: L2Tp

    Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.
  • Page 36 MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 37: Static Ip Address

    Internet experience by correcting many common typo mistakes automatically, taking you where you intended to go and saving you valuable time. Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features. IP Address: Enter the IP address assigned by your ISP.
  • Page 38 MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to Address: replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 39: Wireless Settings

    Click Add Wireless Device with WPS if you want to add a wireless device using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) and refer to page 78. If you want to manually configure the wireless settings on your router click Manual Wireless Network Setup and refer to the next page. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 40: Manual Wireless Network Setup

    802.11n and 802.11g wireless clients. Enable Auto The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow Channel Scan: the DIR-601 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference. Wireless Indicates the channel setting for the DIR-601. By default Channel: the channel is set to 6.
  • Page 41 Select Invisible if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DIR-601. If Invisible is selected, the Status: SSID of the DIR-601 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DIR-601 in order to connect to it.

  • Page 42: Network Settings

    255.255.255.0. Enable DNS Enter the Domain name (Optional). Relay: Uncheck the box to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your computers. If checked, your computers will use the router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 43: Dhcp Server Settings

    DHCP Server Settings DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-601 has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.

  • Page 44: Dhcp Reservation

    IP Address Conflict error, or the second device may still not receive an IP Address; in that case, you may still need to extend the “DHCP IP Address Range” to address the issue, it is located in the DHCP Server section. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 45: Virtual Server

    Section 3 - Configuration Virtual Server The DIR-601 can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network).
  • Page 46 The schedule of time when the Virtual Server Rule will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always, which will allow the particular service to always be enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 47: Port Forwarding

    The schedule of time when the Virtual Server Rule will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always, which will allow the particular service to always be enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 48: Application Rules

    TCP or UDP, then enter the firewall (public) ports associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound traffic. The DIR-601 provides some predefined applications in the table on the bottom of the web page. Select the application you want to use and enable Name: Enter a name for the rule.

  • Page 49: Qos Engine

    ISP. This is determined by your ISP. ISP’s offer speed as a download/upload pair. For example, 1.5Mbits/284Kbits. Using this example, you would enter 284. Alternatively you can test your uplink speed with a service such as www.dslreports.com. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 50: Network Filters

    To find the MAC address on a computer, please refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual. DHCP Client: Select a DHCP client from the drop-down menu and click << to copy that MAC Address. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 51: Access Control

    P2P utilities or games. Check the Enable Access Control check box and Add Policy: click the Add Policy button to start the Access Control Wizard. Access Control Wizard Click Next to continue with the wizard. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 52 Enter the following information and then click Next to continue. • Address Type - Select IP address, MAC address, or Other Machines. • IP Address - Enter the IP address of the computer you want to apply the rule to. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 53 Protocol - Select the protocol. Dest Port Start - Enter the starting port number. Dest Port End - Enter the ending port number. To enable web logging, click Enable. Click Save to save the access control rule D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 54: Website Filters

    Select Deny or Allow computers access to only Website Filter these sites. Below: Clear the list Click to delete all entries in the list. below: Website URL/ Enter the keywords or URLs that you want to allow Domain: or deny. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 55: Inbound Filters

    Inbound Filter This section will list any rules that are created. You Rules List: may click the Edit icon to change the settings or enable/disable the rule, or click the Delete icon to remove the rule. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 56: Firewall Settings

    Firewall Settings A firewall protects your network from the outside world. The D-Link DIR-601 offers a firewall type functionality. The SPI feature helps prevent cyber attacks. Sometimes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for certain types of applications. If you choose to expose a computer, you can enable DMZ.

  • Page 57: Routing

    A value 1 is the lowest cost and 15 is the highest cost. Interface: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 58: Advanced Wireless Settings

    WMM is QoS for your wireless network. This will improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients. Short GI: Check this box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. However, it’s less reliable and may create higher data loss. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 59: Advanced Network Settings

    Enable UPnP. UPNP provides compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals. WAN Ping: Unchecking the box will not allow the DIR-601 to respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security from hackers. Check the box to allow the Internet port to be “pinged”.

  • Page 60: Administrator Settings

    The port number used to access the DIR-601. Port: Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 whereas x.x.x.x is the Internet IP address of the DIR-601 and 8080 is the port used for the Web Management interface. Remote Admin This section will list any rules that are created. You may click the...
  • Page 61 Section 3 - Configuration Reserve: The Reserve option converts this dynamic IP allocation into a DHCP Reservation and adds the corresponding entry to the DHCP Reservations List. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 62: Time Settings

    Manual: To manually input the time, enter the values in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second and then click Set Time. You can also click Copy Your Computer’s Time Settings. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 63: Syslog

    The address of the SysLog server that will be used SysLog Server to send the logs. You may also select your computer IP Address: from the drop-down menu (only if receiving an IP address from the router via DHCP). D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 64: E-Mail Settings

    Selecting this option will send the logs via e-mail according to schedule. Schedule: This option is enabled when On Schedule is selected. You can select a schedule from the list of defined schedules. To create a schedule, go to Tools > Schedules. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 65: System Settings

    Any settings that have not been saved will be lost, including any rules that you have created. If you want to save the current router configuration settings, use the Save button above. Reboot Device: Click to reboot the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 66: Update Firmware

    You can upgrade the firmware of the Router here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to locate the firmware file to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site.

  • Page 67: Ddns

    Username or Enter the Username for your DDNS account. Key: Password or Enter the Password for your DDNS account. Key: Timeout: Enter a time (in hours). Status: Displays the current connection status to your DDNS server. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 68: System Check

    The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the IP Address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping. Ping Results: The results of your ping attempts will be displayed here. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 69: Schedules

    Save Settings at the top for your schedules to go into effect. Schedule Rules The list of schedules will be listed here. Click the List: Edit icon to make changes or click the Delete icon to remove the schedule. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 70: Device Information

    Section 3 - Configuration Device Information This page displays the current information for the DIR-601. It will display the LAN, WAN (Internet), and Wireless information. If your Internet connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button and a Renew button will be displayed. Use Release to disconnect from your ISP and use Renew to connect to your ISP.
  • Page 71 SSID and Channel. Displays computers and devices that are connected Computers: to the router via Ethernet and that are receiving an IP address assigned by the router (DHCP). IGMP Multicast Displays the Multicast Group IP Address. Memberships: D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 72: Log

    This option will send a copy of the router log to the e-mail address configured in the Tools > Email Settings screen. Save Log: This option will save the router to a log file on your computer. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 73: Stats

    Section 3 - Configuration Stats The screen below displays the Traffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR-601 on both the Internet and the LAN ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.

  • Page 74: Internet Sessions

    The direction of initiation of the conversation: Priority: Out - Initiated from LAN to WAN. In - Initiated from WAN to LAN. The preference given to outbound packets of this conversation by the QoS Engine logic. Smaller numbers represent higher priority. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 75 300 seconds - UDP connections. 240 seconds - Reset or closed TCP connections. The connection does not close instantly so that lingering packets can pass or the connection can be re-established. 7800 seconds - Established or closing TCP connections. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 76: Routing Table

    Section 3 - Configuration Routing Table This page displays the routing details configured for your router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 77: Wireless

    Section 3 - Configuration Wireless The wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless clients. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 78: Support

    Section 3 - Configuration Support D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 79: Wireless Security

    Section 4 - Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DIR-601 offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA2-PSK(Pre-Shared Key) •...

  • Page 80: Wireless Connection Setup Wizard

    Section 4 - Security Wireless Connection Setup Wizard To run the security wizard, browse to the Setup page and then click the Wireless Connection Setup Wizard button. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 81 Next to continue. You will need to enter this key on your wireless clients to connect to the router. If you selected Automatically, the following screen will show you your security key to enter on your wireless clients. Click Save to finish the Security Wizard. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 82: Add Wireless Device With Wps Wizard

    PIN: Select this option to use PIN method. In order to use this method you must know the wireless client’s 8 digit PIN and click Connect. PBC: Select this option to use PBC (Push Button) method to add a wireless client. Click Connect. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 83: Configure Wpa-Personal (Psk)

    8. Click Save Settings to save your settings. If you are configuring the router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA-PSK on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 84: Configure Wpa-Enterprise (Radius)

    8. Next to RADIUS Server IP Address enter the IP Address of your RADIUS server. 9. Next to RADIUS Server Port, enter the port you are using with your RADIUS server. 1812 is the default port. 10. Next to RADIUS Server Shared Secret, enter the security key D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 85 11. If the MAC Address Authentication box is selected then the user will need to connect from the same computer whenever logging into the wireless network. 12. Click Advanced to enter settings for a secondary RADIUS Server. 13. Click Apply Settings to save your settings. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 86: Connect To A Wireless Network

    1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 87 If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 88 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 89: Using Windows Vista

    (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 90: Configure Wpa/Wpa2

    Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless ® computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 91 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 92: Connect Using Wcn 2.0

    Advanced > Wi-Fi Protected Setup section or choose to click the Generate New PIN button or Reset PIN to Default button. If you are using third party software to set up Wi-Fi Protection, carefully follow the directions. When you are finished, proceed to the next section to set up the newly-configured router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 93: Using Windows Xp

    (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 94: Configure Wpa-Psk

    XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless ® computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 95 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 96: Troubleshooting

    1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 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. Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web-based utility.
  • Page 97 • 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 your the web management.
  • Page 98 NT, 2000, and XP users type in cmd) and press Enter (or click OK). ® ® • Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax: ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 99 • To change the MTU enter the number in the MTU field and click Save Settings to save your settings. • Test your e-mail. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments of ten. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 100: 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 101: What Is Wireless

    D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network. How does wireless work? Wireless works similar to how cordless phone work, through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B.
  • Page 102 Appendix A - Wireless Basics 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. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
  • Page 103 The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. 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.

  • Page 104: Wireless Modes

    • Ad-Hoc – Directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more DIR-601 wireless network Cardbus adapters. An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point.

  • Page 105: Networking Basics

    This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and the default gateway of your adapter. If the address is 0.0.0.0, check your adapter installation, security settings, and the settings on your router. Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 106: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 107: Technical Specifications

    * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 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 DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 108: Contacting Technical Support

    • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the router (e.g. rev B1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the router). You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues.

  • Page 109: Warranty

    Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
  • Page 110 Software or to refund the portion of the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Software. Except as otherwise agreed by D-Link in writing, the replacement Software is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the Software.
  • Page 111 D-Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt. Herrmann, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D-Link.
  • Page 112 FOR WARRANTY SERVICE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT.
  • Page 113 This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
  • Page 114 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

  • Page 115: Registration

    Appendix F - Registration Registration Register your product online at registration.dlink.com Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 2.1 July 5, 2011 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...

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