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D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW .......................................................................... 2
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Connections .................................................................................. 5
LEDs ............................................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION ...................................................................................... 7
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CONFIGURATION ................................................................................ 18
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SETUP .............................................................................................. 19
WIZARD ........................................................................................ 19
INTERNET SETUP ....................................................................... 28
WIRELESS .................................................................................... 37
ADVANCED ...................................................................................... 50
PORT FORWARDING ................................................................... 54
PORT TRIGGERING ..................................................................... 56
DMZ .............................................................................................. 58
PARENTAL CONTROL .................................................................. 59
FILTERING OPTION ..................................................................... 62
FIREWALL .................................................................................... 66
DNS .............................................................................................. 67
Dynamic DNS ................................................................................ 68
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DSL-6740U ............................... 12
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NETWORK TOOL .......................................................................... 70
ROUTING ...................................................................................... 77
SCHEDULES ................................................................................. 79
TR-069 ........................................................................................... 81
Print Server .................................................................................... 82
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................. 84
SYSTEM ........................................................................................ 84
FIRMWARE UPDATE..................................................................... 86
ACCESS CONTROL ...................................................................... 87
DIAGNOSTICS .............................................................................. 90
SYSTEM LOG ................................................................................ 91
STATUS ............................................................................................. 93
DEVICE INFO ................................................................................ 93
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WIRELESS CLIENTS..................................................................... 95
DHCP CLIENTS ............................................................................. 96
LOG ............................................................................................... 97
STATISTICS ................................................................................... 98
ROUTE INFO ............................................................................... 100
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................ 101
WIRELESS BASICS ............................................................................ 103
NETWORKING BASICS...................................................................... 106
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................... 108
CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT .............................................. 109
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ADVANCED ..................50 PORT FORWARDING ..............54 CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT ..........109 PORT TRIGGERING ..............56 DMZ ....................58 PARENTAL CONTROL ..............59 FILTERING OPTION ..............62 FIREWALL ..................66 DNS ....................67 Dynamic DNS ................68 D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 2: Product Overview

    • 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-6740U will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. System Requirements • VDSL Internet service •...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    ULTIMATE INTERNET CONNECTION integrated ADSL2+ The DSL-6740U VDSL2 router is a versatile, high-performance remote router for home and the small office. With VDSL2/ supporting up to 100Mbps download speed, firewall protection, Quality of Service (QoS), 802.11b/g wireless LAN and 4 Ethernet switch ports, this router provides all the functions that a home or small office needs to establish a secure and high-speed remote link to the outside world.

  • Page 4: Features

    • Compatible with 802.11b Devices - The DSL-6740U is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11b PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.

  • Page 5: Hardware Overview

    Push in to power-on the Router. Use the Ethernet ports to connect Use the adapter shipped with the Push again to power-off the the Router to your Ethernet LAN Router to connect to power Router or Ethernet devices source D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 6: 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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 7: 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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 8: Installation Notes

    Operating Systems The DSL-6740U uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Vista.
  • Page 9 DSL-6740U through the wireless interface. Security for wireless communication can be accomplished in a number of ways. The DSL-6740U supports WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), WPA2, and mixed WPA/WPA2. Wireless access can also be controlled by selecting MAC addresses that are allowed to associate with the device. Please read the section on Wireless Configuration.

  • Page 10: Information You Will Need From Your Vdsl Service Provider

    Modulation Type drop-down menu on the DSL Configuration window (Advanced > Network Tools >DSL) Security Protocol This is the method your VDSL 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-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 11 VDSL 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 VDSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 12: Information You Will Need About Dsl-6740U

    IP address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled. LAN Subnet Mask for the DSL-6740U This is the subnet mask used by the DSL-6740U, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. This can be changed later.

  • Page 13: Information You Will Need About Your Lan Or Computer

    Ethernet NIC If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-6740U to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet ports on the DSL-6740U to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices.

  • Page 14: Wireless Installation Considerations

    1. 1. 1. 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 15: Device Installation

    Device Installation The DSL-6740U Wireless VDSL Router maintains three separate interfaces, an Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and an VDSL Internet (WAN) connection. Carefully consider the Router’s location suitable for connectivity for your Ethernet and wireless devices. You must have a functioning broadband connection via a bridge device such as a Cable or VDSL modem in order to use the Router’s WAN function.

  • Page 16: Network Connections

    (MDI-II) port on a hub or switch. 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-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 17 MDI-X ports (1x, 2x, etc.) with a crossed cable. 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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 18: 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 19: Setup

    Router including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup. WIZARD VDSL SETUP Click on the Setup Wizard button to launch the Setup Wizard. WELCOME TO D-LINK SETUP WIZARD There are six steps to configuring your router. Click on the Next to continue. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 20 Section 3 - Configuration STEP 1: CHANGE YOUR DSL-6740U PASSWORD The default password is "admin", in order to secure your network, please modify the password. Note: Confirm Password must be same as "New Password". Of course, you can click on the Skip to ignore the step.
  • Page 21 Check the Enable Daylight Saving if needed and then select the proper Daylight Saving Offset drop-down menu. Configure the Daylight Saving Dates from start date to end. Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 22 VPI/VCI numbers if provided by the ISP. Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. STEP 3: Setup Wizard - For PPPoE/PPPoA connection Select PPPoE/PPPoA as protocol from drop-down menu. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 23 Dynamic IP Address connection Please enter the appropriate information below as provided by your ISP. please enter the VPI/VCI numbers if provided by the ISP. Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 24 Please input the correct IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway. Note: Should you select to leave default Gateway information blank, they should be automatically generated. Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 25 Click Next to go to the next Setup Wizard window. Skip to Page 26: Using the Setup Wizard - For WAN Connection Settings Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 26 If the default SSID is changed, all other devices on the wireless network must use the same SSID. Set security Mode, select this option if your wireless adapters support Click Next to go to the next window and complete the Setup Wizard. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 27 If your Internet connection does not work after the router restarts, you can try the Setup Wizard again with alternative settings or use Manual Setup instead provided you have your Internet connection details as provided to you by your ISP. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 28: Internet Setup

    To access the INTERNET SETUP (WAN) settings window, click on the INTERNET Setup button in the SETUP directory INTERNET SETUP DSL ATM Interface Configuration DSL PTM Interface Configuration DSL ETH Interface Configuration WAN Service Wan Service Configuration D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 29 Enter the VPI/VCI values. Please contact you ISP for the information. Select the proper DSL Link type. EoA is for PPPoE, IPoE, and Bridge. Check “Enable Quality of Service” for upstream traffic QoS if need. Click on the Apply/Save button to apply your settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 30 Click “Add” to create a PTM interface, check “Enable Quality of Service” for upstream traffic QoS if need. Then click Apply/Save button. WAN Service Interface Configuration Select an interface for wan service. Click Next to go to the next window D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 31 Section 3 - Configuration WAN Service Configuration The following three operation modes are supported: • PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) • IP over Ethernet (IPoE) • Bridging Select your WAN service type and click Next to go to next window D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 32 Type in the IP address given by your ISP in this field if your Router’s IP address is not dynamically assigned. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Please refer to page 36 DNS Server Configuration D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 33 Enter the WAN IP Address, WAN Subnet Mask, WAN gateway IP address provided by your ISP. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Please refer to page 35 NETWORK ADDRESS TRANSLATION SETTINGS for the next step. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 34 Enable the NAT and Firewall which are recommended by default. Enable the IGMP Multicast if user needs IPTV related application. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Please refer to page 36 DNS Server Configuration D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 35 Obtain DNS server address automatically to get DNS IP address automatically. Then click Next applied. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Default Gateway Select the proper WAN interface as default gateway. Then click Next. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 36 Section 3 - Configuration SETUP - SUMMARY This page displays the current setting which user applied and allows user to double check before applying the setting Click on the Apply button to go to the next window. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 37: Wireless

    Section 3 - Configuration 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. To access the WIRELESS (WLAN) settings window, click on the Wireless Settings button in the SETUP directory.
  • Page 38 Country is used to identify the available wireless channel for your country. If your country is not in the list, please select the country nearest to you from the drop-down menu. Click on the Save/Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 39 Specify the encryption key from the Current Network Key drop-down menu. Enter the key into the Network Key field 1~4. (Key length is outlined at the bottom of the window.) Click on the Save/Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 40 Wi-Fi Protected Access - Pre-Shared Key is suitable for home and SOHO environments, the configurations are similar to WEP. WPA-PSK key length is between 8 to 63 ASCII codes. Click on the Save/Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 41 AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) instead of TKIP as its encryption method. Network re-auth interval is the time in which another key needs to be dynamically issued. Enter your RADIUS server data: IP Address, Port, and Key. Click on the Save Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 42 Specify the encryption key from the Current Network Key drop-down menu. Enter the key into the Network Key field 2~3. (Key length is outlined at the bottom of the window.) Click on the Save Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 43 Clicking Start AddERr, the client or register connect your wireless network by entering the Device Pin in client or register. WSC SETUP (PIN) If you select 'Pin' radio, you need input the Station Pin of client and push the Add Enrolee. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 44: Local Network

    ROUTER SETTINGS To change the Router IP Address or Subnet Mask, type in the desired values. Second IP Address is used to configure the router only. No routing functions will be executed through this IP address. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 45 Clicking on the Copy Your PC’s MAC Address button will help you get the MAC address from the PC you are using now browsing this web page. Click on the Save button to save the settings D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 46 After saved the DHCP reservation, the DHCP RESERVATIONS LIST will list the configuration. 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 to apply your settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 47 NTP (Network Time Protocol) Server. Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed. To access the TIME setting window, click on the Time and Date button in the SETUP directory D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 48 Set the Date and Time Manually You can either manually set the time for your router here, or you can click the "Copy Your Computer's Time Settings" button to copy the time from the computer you are using. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 49 The LOGOUT page enables you to logout of your router configuration and close 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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 50: Advanced

    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 51 When the router has buffered broadcast or multicast for associated clients, it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Its clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast message. The range is 1~255 milliseconds, D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 52 Click "Refresh" to update the remote bridges. Wait for few seconds to update. Click "Apply" to configure the wireless bridge options. Note: Wireless Bridge only works on 11b/g mode. Only the APs operating in the same channel can be bridged. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 53 Click on the Apply button to apply this rule. Activate Wireless QoS Rules Click on the Apply WME Settings button to activate the WMM QoS rule. Check the specified rule and click on the Remove button to delete. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 54: Port Forwarding

    (WAN-to-LAN traffic). The Port Forwarding 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-6740U 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 LAN IP address you specify.
  • Page 55 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 PC with the appointed IP Address. The TCP/UDP means the protocol type of the opened ports. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 56: Port Triggering

    WAN side to establish new connections back to the application on the LAN side using the Firewall ports. A maximum of 32 entries can be configured. To access the PORT TRIGGER setting window, click on the PORT TRIGGERING button in the ADVANCED directory. PORT TRIGGER Click Add button to set Port Triggering Setup setting D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 57 Custom application input box to define your own rules. Enter your Trigger and Open port(s), and select the Trigger/Open protocol. Click on the Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 58: 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 click Apply to deactivate the DMZ host. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 59: 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-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 60 Enter the 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-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 61 Section 3 - Configuration Trusted Computers Block website function will not block website for trusted computers. Type a range of IP address which is not restricted by Block Website. Click on the Apply button to apply settings D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 62: Filtering Option

    Section 3 - Configuration 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 FILTERING OPTIONS button in the ADVANCED directory.
  • Page 63 Click on the Apply button to apply settings. Note: This section only applies when the Firewall is enabled. Do not confuse Inbound IP Filter with Port Forward. If Port Forward is configured, the incoming packets will be forwarded before checking by Incoming Filter. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 64 Click Add button to set outbound IP filter rule. Enter the Filter name and at least one of the following criteria: Protocol, Source/Destination IP Address and Subnet Mask, and Source/Destination Port. Click on the Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 65 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: the bridge filter will work with the Bridge WAN interfaces. Click on the Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 66: Firewall

    The 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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 67: Dns

    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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 68: Dynamic Dns

    DDNS CONFIGURATION Click the Add button to set DDNS setting. Select DDNS Service provider from the D-DNS provider drop-down menu and enter your account data. After configure the DNS settings as desired, click on the Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 69 DynDns.org and D-Link DDNS. Host Name: Enter the Host Name that you registered with your DDNS service provider. Username : Enter the Username for your DDNS account. Password or Enter the Password for your DDNS account. Key: D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 70: Network Tool

    Quality of Service Allows you to manually configure special routes that your network might need. VDSL Allows you to configure the modems DSL modulation. SNMP Allows you to configure SNMP. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 71 Check the Enable virtual ports on box to separate 4 LAN ports, otherwise they are grouped as one interface: eth0. Note: Only interfaces in the Default Group can access router’s web page. Click the Add button to set Port Mapping setting. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 72 The group name must be unique. Click the Apply button to set Port Mapping setting. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 73 Quality of Service is a feature that allows you to prioritize the upstream traffics and optionally, mark the IP headers. Click the Add button to set QoS setting. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 74 TOS byte. A rule consists of a class name and at least one condition below. All of the specified conditions in this classification rule must be satisfied for the rule to take effect. Click the Apply button to save and activate the rule D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 75 DSL Settings The DSL settings page contains a modulation and capability section to be specified by your ISP. Consult your ISP to select the correct settings for each. Then click on Save/Apply if you are finished. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 76 SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) that provides a means to monitor status and performance as well as set configuration parameters. It enables a management station to configure, monitor and receive trap messages from network devices. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 77: 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-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 78 '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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 79: Schedules

    To access the SCHEDULES setting window, click on the SCHEDULES button in the ADVANCED directory. Schedule allows you to create scheduling rules to be applied for your Firewall and Parental Control. Click the Add button to create your own schedule. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 80 Section 3 - Configuration Enter the name of the schedule and select the day and time. Click the Apply button to save and apply your settings. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 81: Tr-069

    Enter the authentication user name Name: Enter the authentication password Password: Connection Enter the authentication user name for the Request User ACS to login Name: Connection Enter the authentication password for the Request ACS to login Password: D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 82: Print Server

    Make and Enter the description of the printer. model: Note: Please make sure the printer name must be identical as in the printer setup URL; for example, hp1022, in the displayed sample configurations. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 83 Section 3 - Configuration Note: Not every printer is supported. Please check your local vendor for more information. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 84: 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-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 85 To reset the Router to its factory default settings, click on the Restore Device button. You will be prompted to confirm your decision to reset the Router. The Router will reboot with the factory default settings including settings (192.168.1.1) Administrator password (admin). D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 86: Firmware Update

    FIRMWARE UPGRADE To upgrade firmware, click on the Browse… button to search for the file and then click on the Upload button to begin copying the file. The Router will load the file and restart automatically. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 87: Access Control

    To access the ACCESS CONTROL setting window, click on the ACCESS CONTROLS button in the MAINTENANCE directory. ADMIN 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. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 88 Web-based management interface. Support Password Allows an ISP technician to access your DSL Router for maintenance and to run diagnostics. User Password Allows user to view configuration settings and statistics, as well as update the router's firmware. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 89 IP addresses contained in the Access Control List. If the Access Control mode is disabled, the system will not validate IP addresses for incoming packets. The services are the system applications listed in the Service Control List. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 90: 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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 91: System Log

    Display mode of system log. Local: Display on local host only Remote: Send log file to remote system log server only Server IP IP address of the remote system log server Address: Server UDP UDP port number of the remote system log server Port: D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 92 Section 3 - Configuration VIEW SYSTEM LOG The table lists the system log. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 93: Status

    The Device Info page displays a summary overview of your router status, including: Device software version and summary of your Internet configuration (both wireless and Ethernet status). To access the DEVICE STATUS LOG setting window, click on the Device Info button in the STATUS directory. GENERAL This window displays current system time and the firmware version. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...
  • Page 94 This window displays WAN information including IP address, Default Gateway, Primary/Secondary DNS Server. WIRELESS INFO This window displays WLAN information including SSID, visibility, and Security Mode. LOCAL NETWORK INFO This window displays LAN information including MAC Address, IP address, Mask, and DHCP Server. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 95: Wireless Clients

    This page shows all the currently connected wireless computers or PCs. To access the CONNECTED WIRELESS CLIENTS setting window, click on the Wireless Clients button in the STATUS directory. CONNECTED WIRELESS CLIENTS This window displays authenticated wireless stations and their status. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 96: Dhcp Clients

    To access the CONNECTED LAN CLIENTS setting window, click on the DHCP Clients button in the STATUS directory. CONNECTED LAN CLIENTS This window displays all the client devices which have obtained IP addresses from the router. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 97: Log

    Emergency, Alert, Critical, Error, Warning, Notice, Informational and Debugging. To access the SYSTEM LOG setting window, click on the Logs button in the STATUS tab. SYSTEM LOG This page allows you to view system logs. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 98: Statistics

    STATISTICS This page displays your router network and data transfer statistics and is helpful for D-Link technicians to assist you in identifying if your router is functioning properly. The information provided is primarily informative and does not affect the function of your router.
  • Page 99 Section 3 - Configuration VDSL STATISTICS This window displays VDSL information including Link Rate, SNR, and some Error Counters. D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 100: 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 addresses of the destination, gateway, and subnet mask as well as other route information D-Link DSL-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 101: 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 102 • 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 103: 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 104 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 105 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 106: 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 107: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    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 108: Technical Specifications

    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-6740U User Manual...

  • Page 109: Contacting Technical Support

    Appendix D –Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link websites. If you require product support, we encourage you to browse our FAQ section on the Web Site before contacting the Support line.

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