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D-Link DI-524UP Owner's Manual

D-Link DI-524UP Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Package Contents... iv Introduction ... 1 Connections ... 2 LEDs ... 3 Features ... 4 Wireless Basics... 6 Standards-Based Technology ... 7 Installation Considerations... 7 Getting Started ... 8 Using the Configuration Wizard ... 10 Home > Wireless ... 11 Home >...
  • Page 3 Status > Active Session ... 68 Help... 70 Technical Specifications ... 71 Appendix... 75 WCN and the Wireless Setup Wizard... 75 Installing a Printer on your DI-524UP for Windows XP ... 78 Installing a Printer on your DI-524UP for Windows 2000 ... 84...

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    Auto-MDIX) Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DI-524UP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    DI-524UP, used in conjunction with other 802.11g products, will still be much stronger than ever before. Utilizing the Pre Shared Key mode of WPA, the DI-524UP will obtain a new security key every time it connects to the 802.11g network. You only need to input your encryption information once in the configuration menu.

  • Page 6: Connections

    Connections All Ethernet Ports (WAN and LAN) are auto MDI/MDIX, meaning you can use either a straight-through or a crossover Ethernet cable. Auto MDI/MDIX LAN Ports Connect the Ethernet cable from computers on your LAN to these ports. USB 1.1 Connection Use this port to connect your USB printer.

  • Page 7: Leds

    LED indicates a valid connection to activity on the the power supply. Status LED A blinking LED indicates the DI-524UP is functioning properly. WAN LED has been indicates WAN port. WLAN LED An active LED indicates a link has been established.

  • Page 8: Features

    Features • Fully compatible with the 802.11g standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 54Mbps • Backwards compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11 Mbps • WPA authorizes and identifies users based on a secret key that changes automatically at a regular interval, for example, TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol), in conjunction with a RADIUS server, changes the temporal key every 10,000 packets, ensuring greater security...
  • Page 9 • IP Filtering • URL Filtering • Domain Blocking • Scheduling • DHCP server supported enables all networked computers to automatically receive IP addresses • Web-based interface for Managing and Configuring • Access Control to manage users on the network •...

  • Page 10: Wireless Basics

    D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.

  • Page 11: Standards-Based Technology

    OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions. The DI-524UP is backwards compatible with 802.11 b devices. This means that if you have an existing 802.11 b network, the devices in that network will be compatible with 802.11g devices at speeds of up to 11 Mbps in the 2.4GHz range.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting Started Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network Please remember that D-Link AirPlus G wireless devices are pre-configured to connect together, right out of the box, with their default settings. For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following:...
  • Page 13 Ethernet LAN ports of the DI-524UP are Auto MDI/MDIX and will work with both Straight-Through and Cross-Over cable. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the DFE-530TX+.) Connect your printer to the printer port on the DI-524UP. Please refer to the quick installation guide for loading the print server software.

  • Page 14: Using The Configuration Wizard

    Using the Configuration Wizard Whenever you want to configure your network or the DI-524UP, you can access the Configuration Menu by opening the web-browser and typing in the IP Address of the DI-524UP. The DI-524UP default IP Address is shown to the right: •...

  • Page 15: Home > Wireless

    Home > Wireless WCN or Windows Connect Now Technology is used to automatically configure the wireless settings for this device. The WCN must be previously configured on computer running a Windows XP operating system, which has Service Pack 2 installed. Once the configuration has been completed by running the Wireless Network Setup Wizard, it must be saved to a USB enabled memory device and then uploaded automatically to the router and any other device to be put on...
  • Page 16 Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a spe- cific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is DI-524UP. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.
  • Page 17 – Click the Enabled radio button to employ WEP encryption on the router. WEP Encryption – Use the drop-down menu to select the type of WEP encryption. Select 64 Bit to enabled 64 bit Hexadecimal encryption, 128 Bit to enable 128 bit Hexadecimal encryption.
  • Page 18 WPA/WPA2 WPA or Wireless Protection Access is a new an improved standard of wireless security. WPA offers encryption keys of up to 256-bits that automatically change frequently. On this router, the WPA utilizes the RADIUS protocol, which utilizes a server to authorize the user by matching a Shared Secret password listed in its RADIUS database.
  • Page 19 WPA-AUTO/WPA-PSK-AUTO In addition to standard Wireless Protection Access and WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) functions, the DI-524UP allows users an automatic option for both WPA and WPA-PSK. In order to use the WPA-Auto function, a RADIUS server must be established on a computer on the LAN.

  • Page 20: Home > Wan

    Dynamic IP Address Choose Dynamic IP Address to obtain IP address information automatically from your ISP. This option should be selected if your ISP has not supplied you with an IP address. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services. Host Name MAC Address Clone MAC Address...
  • Page 21 Enter a DNS Address if you wish not to use the address Enter an MTU value only if required by your ISP. Otherwise, leave it at the default setting. Static IP Address IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address MAC Address you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.
  • Page 22 Primary DNS Address Secondary DNS Address your ISP. Input the primary DNS (Domain Name Server) IP address provided by your ISP This is an optional DNS Address entry to be used if the primary DNS fails. Enter an MTU value only if required by your ISP. Otherwise, leave it at the default setting.
  • Page 23 PPPoE Password Retype Password Service Name IP Address MAC Address Clone MAC Address Primary DNS Address Secondary DNS Address Maximum Idle Time Choose this option if your ISP uses PPPoE. (Most DSL users will select this option.) Dynamic PPPoE Choose this option to receive an IP Address automatically from your ISP.
  • Page 24 Connect Mode Click Apply to set any changes made to the memory of the router. PPTP or Point-to-Point Protocol is a safe method of sending information between VPN’s securely using encryption over PPP. You, as the client, need to enter the correct information that the server has in order to create that secure tunnel.
  • Page 25 PPTP Retype Password Maximum Idle Time Connect Mode Some ISPs may require the user to uplink using the Layer 2 Protocol Tunneling (L2PT) method. L2PT is a VPN protocol that will ensure a direct connection to the server using authentication guarantees the data originated from the claimed sender and was not damaged or altered in transit.
  • Page 26 Gateway Server IP L2PT Account L2PT Password L2PT Retype Password Maximum Idle Time Connect Mode Home > WAN > Others > BigPond Cable This selection is for users having Big Pond Cable as their ISP. Enter the following information, as provided to you by your ISP. you by your ISP.
  • Page 27 User Name Password Retype Password Auth Server Auto Reconnect MAC Address Clone MAC Address Enter the user name as provided to you by your ISP. Enter The PPPoE user name provided to you by your ISP. Retype the password entered in the previous field. Enter the name of the Authentication Server as provided to you by your ISP.

  • Page 28: Home > Lan

    Area Network. This is considered your internal network. These settings of the LAN interface DI-524UP and may be referred to as Private settings. change the LAN IP address needed. The LAN IP address is private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet.

  • Page 29: Home > Dhcp

    Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) allows the gateway to automatically obtain the IP address from a DHCP server service provider’s network. service provider assigns a global IP address from a pool of addresses available to the service provider. Typically the IP address assigned has a long lease time, so it will likely be the same address each time...

  • Page 30: Advanced > Virtual Server

    corresponding Enabled radio button. Next the user must enter the host name and the IP address for that computer by entering the last numbers into the space provided in the IP Address field. Next, the user is to enter the MAC address of the computer into the space provided.
  • Page 31 VPNs (Virtual Private Routers) • NetMeeting – An application that allows teleconferences over the Internet • DCS –1000 – A D-Link internet camera used for security monitoring • DCS –2000 – A D-Link internet camera used for security monitoring •...
  • Page 32 Name Private IP Protocol Type Private Port Public Port Schedule Server. Enter the name of the Virtual Server. If you have chosen a pre-configured Virtual Server from the list, its name will appear in this field. Enter the IP address of the Virtual Server. The protocol type used for the Virtual Server.

  • Page 33: Advanced > Applications

    This window is used to configure applications that require multiple connections, such Internet Telephony, video conferencing and Internet gaming. following window lists six Special Applications that commonly use more than connection. configure one of these applications, click corresponding edit icon then modify fields listed below the...

  • Page 34: Advanced > Filters

    Public Type Packet filtering is a basic security measure that should be used on any network that is exposed to a security risk. A packet filter system examines data packets and scrutinizes them in order to control network access. Filtering rules determine whether packets are passed through the Router from either side of the gateway.
  • Page 35 the criteria specified by the rule set are dropped. Effective implementation of packet filtering requires detailed knowledge of network services and communication protocols. An overly complicated filtering scheme can adversely affect the Router’s performance, while an inadequate set of rules may needlessly compromise security.
  • Page 36 Port Protocol Type Schedule computers uniquely identified by their (Media Access Control) address. following window will allow users to deny computers access to the Internet or only allow certain computers access to the Internet, based on their MAC address. access this window, click...

  • Page 37: Advanced > Parental Control

    Only Deny Name MAC Address DHCP Client Parental Control is used to deny access to certain websites and domains on the Internet. This is beneficial for users who want to deny computers on the LAN entry to websites, Click this radio button if you wish to deny specific computers access to the network, based on MAC address.
  • Page 38 especially for parents who want to guard against questionable content for their children’s computers. The administrator has two choices in this window, URL blocking (websites) and Domain Blocking. See the following for more information on Parental control and its implementation. Advanced >...
  • Page 39 Advanced > Parental Control > Domain Blocking Domain blocking is a method of denying or allowing computers on the LAN access to specific domains on the Internet. There are two available methods available to the user to institute Domain blocking on the router. Under the Domain Blocking header in the screen pictured above, the user has three choices, one of which is to disable Domain blocking.

  • Page 40: Advanced > Firewall

    icon. NOTE: Choosing the Deny users to access all domains except “Permitted Domains” option will block access to all other Internet traffic except the Domains specified. Be careful not to misuse this option or users on the LAN will have difficulty accessing network resources. This Router comes equipped with a firewall.
  • Page 41 of the page. To modify an entry in this list, click its corresponding edit icon. To delete an entry from this list, click its corresponding delete icon. Firewall Name Action Source Dest Schedule Click the corresponding radio button if you wish to enable or disable the firewall function on the Router.

  • Page 42: Advanced > Dmz

    Advanced > DMZ Firewalls may conflict with certain interactive applications such as video conferencing or playing Internet video games. For these applications, a firewall bypass can be set up using a DMZ IP address. The DMZ IP address is a “visible” address and does not benefit from the full protection of the firewall function.

  • Page 43: Advanced > Ddns

    Advanced tab at the top of the window and then the DMZ tab to the left Advanced > DDNS The DI-524UP supports Dynamic Domain Name Service. Dynamic DNS allows a dynamic public IP address to be associated with a static host name in any of the many domains, allowing access to a specific host from various locations on the Internet.
  • Page 44 NOTE: DDNS requires that an account be setup with one of the supported DDNS servers prior to engaging it on the router. This function will not work without an accepted account with a DDNS server. DDNS Server Address Host name Username Password Click Apply to set this information in the Router...

  • Page 45: Advanced > Qos

    Advanced > QoS QoS or Quality of Service is used to allot bandwidth and priority from the router. To allot bandwidth per port on the router, click the appropriate QoS radio button and configure the parameters. QoS may be configured per Physical Port, MAC address, IP address or specified application.
  • Page 46 Advanced > QoS > Physical Port To enable QoS per port, first click the Physical Port radio button which will reveal the preceeding window for the user to configure. Simply click the Enable check box of the corresponding port to enable QoS. You may also set the bandwidth for that port by using that corresponding pull-down menu.
  • Page 47 The user may also set QoS by specific MAC address. To enable QoS per MAC address, first click the MAC radio button which will reveal the preceeding window for the user to configure. Ensure that the Bandwidth configured does not exceed the incoming bandwidth from the ISP or it will cause other devices on the LAN to slow down due to decreased bandwidth.
  • Page 48 QoS Control by MAC Source MAC DHCP Client Bandwidth Click Apply to set the QoS for MAC LAN to slow down due to decreased bandwidth. Check with your ISP for more information on the bandwidth allotted to your account. Click the Enabled radio button to enable QoS priority by MAC address.
  • Page 49 Advanced > QoS > IP The user may also set QoS by specific IP address. To enable QoS per IP address, first click the IP radio button which will reveal the preceeding window for the user to configure. Ensure that the bandwidth does not exceed the incoming bandwidth from the ISP or it will cause other devices on the LAN to slow down due to decreased bandwidth.
  • Page 50 Upstream Bandwidth QoS Control by IP Source IP Address Reserved Bandwidth Click Apply to set the QoS for IP Use the pull-down menu to set the Upstream Bandwidth. The user may choose a speed from 64kbps to Full (100Mbps). Ensure that the bandwidth does not exceed the incoming bandwidth from the ISP or it will cause other devices on the LAN to slow down due to decreased bandwidth.
  • Page 51 The user may also set QoS by specific protocol. To enable QoS per protocol, first click the Application radio button which will reveal the preceeding screen for the user to configure. Ensure that the bandwidth does not exceed the incoming bandwidth from the ISP or it will cause other devices on the LAN to slow down due to decreased bandwidth.
  • Page 52 Name Protocol Port Range Bandwidth Click Apply to set the QoS for IP LAN requesting it, first. Other devices will have a lower priority in sending information through the router. Enter a user-defined name to define this application for users on the LAN.

  • Page 53: Advanced > Performance

    The Wireless Performance window is used to configure settings for the Access Point feature of this device. Configuring these settings may increase the performance of your router but if you are not familiar with networking devices and protocols, this section should be left at its default settings.
  • Page 54 Transmit Power Beacon Interval RTS Threshold Fragmentation DTIM Interval Preamble Type SSID Broadcast 802.11g Only Mode Allows the user to adjust the transmit power of the router. A high transmit power allows a greater area range of accessibility to the router. Beacons are emitted from the router in order to synchronize the wireless network.
  • Page 55 CTS Mode CTS (Clear To Send) is a function used to minimize collisions among wireless devices on a wireless local area network (LAN). CTS will make sure the wireless network is clear before a wireless client attempts to send wireless data. Enabling CTS will add overhead and may lower wireless throughput.

  • Page 56: Tools > Admin

    With this window, the DI-524UP administrator can change the system password. There are two accounts that can access the Broadband Router’s Web-Management interface. They are admin and user. Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. User can only view the settings but cannot make any changes.
  • Page 57 Users will have limited privileges on this device. There is no default password for this device. Remote management allows the DI-524UP to be configured from the Internet by a web browser. A username and password is still required to access the Web-Management interface.

  • Page 58: Tools > Time

    Tools > Time The system time is the time used by the DI-524UP for scheduling services. You can manually set the time, connect to a NTP (Network Time Protocol) server or synchronize the time on the router with your PC. If an NTP server is set, you will only need to set the time zone and the update Interval.

  • Page 59: Tools > System

    Browse button and searching for its location the computer. Once found, click Load to upload these settings to the DI-524UP. The administrator may also restore the router back to its default configurations by clicking the Restore button.

  • Page 60: Tools > Firmware

    Click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the firmware 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 61 Click Continue to proceed. NOTE: Please avoid turning off the DI-524UP when it is in the middle of updating firmware as this action may cause serious damage to the device.

  • Page 62: Tools > Misc

    Tools > Misc.
  • Page 63 Ping, and click Ping. Discard Ping from WAN side If you choose to block WAN Ping, the WAN IP Address of the DI-524UP will not respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security from hackers. Click Enabled to block the WAN ping.

  • Page 64: Tools > Cable Test

    The above window is a Virtual Cable Tester and it shows the user the current status of the ports of the Router. In this window, we can see that LAN 3 port is connected at a speed of 100Mbps Full (duplex) and all the other connections do not have a valid link. Clicking the More Info button will open an additional window with more information about this connection, as shown below.

  • Page 65: Status > Device Info

    Status > Device Info This window displays the current information for the DI-524UP. It will display the LAN, WAN, and Wireless 802.11g statistics. If your WAN connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button and a Renew button will be displayed.
  • Page 66 Use Disconnect to drop the PPPoE connection and use Connect to establish the PPPoE connection. This window will show the DI-524UP’s working status: Wireless 802.11g MAC Address: MAC address of the DI-524UP IP Address: LAN/Private IP Address of the DI-524UP...

  • Page 67: Status > Log

    The Router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the Router. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You may save the log files under Log Settings. View Log Status > Log First Page - The first page of the log Last Page - The last page of the log Previous - Moves back one log page Next - Moves forward one log page...
  • Page 68 The Advanced Settings window allows a log to be saved by sending it to either an admin e-mail address or a Syslog server. Once you have completed your settings, click Apply to let your changes take effect. Log Type E-Mail Alert Status >...

  • Page 69: Status > Statistics

    The window above displays the Traffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of pack- ets that pass through the DI-524UP on the WAN, LAN, and Wireless ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted or can be reset by clicking the Reset button.

  • Page 70: Status > Wireless Info

    Status > Wireless Info The wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the MAC address and mode of the connected wireless client. Click on Help at any time, for more information.

  • Page 71: Status > Printer Info

    Name. The status of these printers is located to the right under the heading Printer Server Status. To use this window, simply plug your USB printer into the DI-524UP. The USB LED on the front of the DI-524UP will light up and the printer will automatically appear in the window above.

  • Page 72: Status > Active Session

    Status > Active Session The Active Session window allows users to view the packets passing through the router, whether from the source or to the destination. This window displays the total TCP and UDP packets in the NAPT Session section. This is a total of the Active Session section on the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 73 Sub-divided again, this window displays more detailed information on the TCP/UDP actions taken by the specific IP address, as stated below. Protocol Source IP Source Port Dest IP Dest Port Age Time Displays the protocol used by the corresponding IP address, whether it be TCP or UDP.

  • Page 74: Help

    Help The Help tab will give basic information referring to various windows located in the Router. To view a specific section, click on its hyperlinked name. A new window of information will appear.

  • Page 75: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u VPN Pass Through/ Multi-Sessions • PPTP • L2TP • IPSec Device Management • Web-Based- Internet Explorer v6 or later; Netscape Navigator v6 or later • DHCP Server and Client Advanced Firewall Features •...
  • Page 76 Humidity: • 95% maximum (non-condensing) Safety and Emissions: • EMI: FCC Class B, CE Class B, C-Tick • Safety: CSA International Wireless Frequency Range: • 2.4GHz to 2.462GHz LEDs: • Power • Status • • WLAN (Wireless Connection) • LAN (10/100) •...
  • Page 77 Power Input: • Ext. Power Supply DC 5V, 2A • Weight: 7.83 ounces (222 grams) Warranty: • 3 year (depends on D-Link global warranty policy) Wireless Data Rates with Automatic Fallback: • 54 Mbps • 48 Mbps • 36 Mbps •...
  • Page 78 18Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -83dBm • 12Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -84dBm • 11Mbps CCK, 8% PER, -85dBm • 9Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -84dBm • 6Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -84dBm • 5.5Mbps CCK, 8% PER, -88dBm • 2Mbps QPSK, 8% PER, -89dBm •...

  • Page 79: Appendix

    Appendix WCN and the Wireless Setup Wizard WCN or Windows Connect Now technology has been recently incorporated by D-Link to quickly aid the user in setting up a secure wireless environment. Combining the new WCN technology incorporated by Windows and only available through a PC that has a wireless NIC card and is running the Windows XP Operating System with Service Pack 2 installed, the user will configure the wireless settings only once and then save it to a USB flash drive.
  • Page 80 Choose “Set up a new wireless network”. Click Next. Enter a network name of up to 32 characters identify your wireless network. This name will be common to all users on the wireless LAN. Choose “Manually assign a network key” which will be configured in the next window.
  • Page 81 The settings will the automatically be uploaded to your USB flash drive. Once saved the user is to unplug the device, in the proper method, and then plug that USB flash drive into all devices that will be accessing the wireless LAN. Each device will upload the configurations automatically and be instantly accessible on the wireless LAN.

  • Page 82: Installing A Printer On Your Di-524Up For Windows Xp

    Installing a Printer on your DI-524UP for Windows XP The DI-524UP can be used as a print server for devices on your LAN. Once you have installed the USB printer through the router, the user must set up the computer on the LAN for the printer as well.
  • Page 83 Select Local printer attached to the computer. (Deselect Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if it has been selected.) Click Next. Select Create a port: and from the pull-down menu select the correct port for your printer. (Most users will want to select Standard TCP/IP Port, as shown in the...
  • Page 84 Enter the IP Address of the DI-524UP (default: 192.168.0.1) in the Printer Name or IP Address field. Add a name to the router IP address to differentiate it from other devices in the Port Name field. Click Next. The Wizard requires...
  • Page 85 The Wizard will return to the Additional Port Information Required window after the settings have been entered in the Port Settings tab on the Configure Standard TCP/IP Port Monitor window. Click Next. Please confirm the printer port information. Click Finish. Select and highlight the correct driver for your printer.
  • Page 86 At this screen, you can change the name of the printer (optional). Click Next. At this screen, you must enter a share name if you want to share the printer with other network users. Click Next. At this screen, you have the option of entering a location and description of your...
  • Page 87 Select Yes, to print a test page. A successful printing will confirm that you have chosen the correct driver. Click Next. This screen gives you information about your printer. Click Finish. When the test page has printed, click OK. Go to Start >...

  • Page 88: Installing A Printer On Your Di-524Up For Windows 2000

    Installing a Printer on your DI-524UP for Windows 2000 The DI-524UP can be used as a print server for devices on your LAN. Once you have installed the USB printer through the router, the user must set up the computer on the LAN for the printer as well.
  • Page 89 In the Local or Network Printer window, choose “Local printer attached to this computer.” Click Next. Then the user must choose the type of installation for the wizard. Choose “Create a new port” and use the pull-down menu to select “Standard TCP/IP Port”.
  • Page 90 Queue Name. In the Configure Standard TCP/IP Port Monitor window, first select LPR in the Protocol section. Next, add the Queue Name that was automatically generated for you by your DI-524UP (in this case, lp1). Click OK to continue.
  • Page 91 The final window will be the Completing the Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard window, as shown to the left. Here you can view the properties of the added printer, including the IP address, protocol and queue name. Click Finish to complete the wizard.

  • Page 92: Technical Support

    Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our website, or by phone.

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