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D-Link DIR-120 User Manual

D-Link DIR-120 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router CONTENTS About This User’s Guide.................................................iv Before You Start..................................................iv Installation Notes..................................................v Installation Information................................................vi INTRODUCTION ....................................1 Router Description and Operation............................................1 Front Panel ....................................................3 Rear Panel ....................................................4 CONNECTING THE ROUTER................................5 Connect Router to Ethernet LAN ........................................5 Power On Router..................................................6 Reset......................................................6...
  • Page 3 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Access Control..............................................44 Website Filter ..............................................45 Firewall Rules ..................................................46 Advanced Network ............................................47 QOS Engine ..............................................48 TOOLS......................................... 49 Admin................................................50 Time...................................................51 System ................................................52 Firmware ................................................53 Dynamic DNS ..............................................54 System Check ..............................................55 Schedules .................................................56 Log Settings ..............................................57 STATUS....................................... 58 Device Info................................................59 Log ..................................................60...

  • Page 4: About This User's Guide

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router About This User’s Guide This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router and use it to connect a computer or Ethernet LAN to the Internet. Before You Start 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.

  • Page 5: Installation Notes

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Installation Notes In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Router that will be stored in its memory. For some users, only their account information (User Name and Password) is required. For others, various parameters that control and define the Internet connection will be required.

  • Page 6: Installation Information

    Browser. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. LAN Subnet Mask for the DIR-120 This is the subnet mask used by the DIR-120, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. Information you will need about your LAN or computer:...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The broadband connection may be in any common form including DSL or cable modems. The Router is easy to install and use and take just a few minutes to set up. . The D-Link DIR-120 also incorporates many advanced features, typically found in more expensive routers.
  • Page 8 USB port – The USB 1.1 port is intended for printer sharing. Note: The printer must support LPR protocol. • VPN Supported - Supports multiple and concurrent IPsec and PPTP pass-through sessions, so multiple users behind the DIR-120 can access corporate networks through various VPN clients more securely.

  • Page 9: Front Panel

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Front Panel Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. Status LEDs WAN LEDs USB LEDs Power LAN LEDs The LED indicators on the front panel include the Power, Status, WAN, and LAN for the Ethernet ports.

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    This is where the user will connect the power adapter, the other end of which will be connected to a power outlet. Reset Button Pressing this button will restore the DIR-120 to its factory default settings. D-Link DIR-120 User Manual...

  • Page 11: Connecting The Router

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Connecting the Router The Router provides the connection between two networks, a private Ethernet LAN and the public Internet (WAN). Choose a location for the Router where Ethernet devices can be connected to the LAN ports and the WAN port can be connected to the cable modem or DSL modem that provides the broadband Internet connection.

  • Page 12: Power On Router

    3. Keep the button pressed about 10 seconds. 4. Release the button. The DIR-120 will then automatically reboot itself. Upon restarting the Router will load the factory default configuration settings including the default IP address 192.168.0.1 a subnet mask 255.255.255.0 and the DHCP server active.

  • Page 13: Basic Router Configuration

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Basic Router Configuration The first time you setup the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer making sure that both the computer and the Router are not connected to the LAN. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Router configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup.

  • Page 14: Accessing The Configuration Manager

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Accessing the Configuration Manager Now that your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, you can access the configuration software. To use the web-based management software, launch a suitable web browser and direct it to the IP address of the Router.

  • Page 15: Login

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Login Use the default user name “admin” and no password for first time setup. You should change the web-based manager access user name and password once you have verified that a connection can be established. The user name and password allows any PC within the same subnet as the Router to access the web-based manger.

  • Page 16: Web Manager

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Web Manager The Web Manager used for configuration uses directories to organize the various menus used to configure and monitor the Router. The first page that appears after logging in presents the Internet menu in the Setup menu directory.

  • Page 17: Configure Internet Connection With The Setup Wizard

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Configure Internet Connection with the Setup Wizard To use the Setup Wizard, open the Setup menu directory (the first page you see after logging in), and click the SetupWizard button to go to the Wizard menu.
  • Page 18 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Welcome The initial dialog box summarizes the setup process. Click the Next button to proceed. You may stop using the Setup Wizard at any time by clicking the Cancel button. If you exit the wizard you will return to the Internet Connection menu page without saving any of the settings changed during the process.
  • Page 19 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Step 1 Type a new Password used for system administration in the space provided and the same password again in the Confirm Password space. This will be the new system password used to login. Remember that this password is case sensitive so it must be typed exactly as you are typing it here when you want to access the web manager. The user cannot change the system User Name used for login, admin.
  • Page 20 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Step 2 Choose the time zone you are in from the pull-down menu and click Next. This sets the system time used for the Router. If you wish to return to the previous menu during the setup process, click the Prev button.
  • Page 21 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Step 3 Choose the Internet connection type from the list of options presented in the Setup Wizard. Select the connection type appropriate for your service and click the Next button. D-Link DIR-120 User Manual...
  • Page 22 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure PPPoE Connection For PPPoE connections, select the Address Mode Dynamic IP or Static IP, type in the Username and Password used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. Retype the password again and if necessary, type a Service Name or domain name.
  • Page 23 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure Dynamic IP Address Connection For Dynamic IP Address connections, you may want to copy the MAC address of your Ethernet adapter to the Router. Some ISPs use the unique MAC address of your computer’s Ethernet adapter for identification and for IP address assignment (DHCP) when you first access their network.
  • Page 24 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure Static IP Address Connection For Static IP Address connection types, you must type in the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway Address, Primary DNS Address and Secondary DNS Address (optional). Your ISP should provide this information to you. Click Next to continue.
  • Page 25 For Static IP Address Mode, enter the PPTP IP Address and PPTP Subnet Mask for the local PPTP Client connection. This will be the IP address for the PPTP client and all other devices connecting through the DIR-120. The Server IP address is the IP address of the ISP server. Under most circumstances, you will also need to enter a PPTP Gateway IP address.
  • Page 26 For Static IP Address Mode, enter the L2TP IP Address and L2TP Subnet Mask for the local L2TP Client connection. This will be the IP address for the L2TP client and all other devices connecting through the DIR-120. The Server IP address is the IP address of the ISP server. Under most circumstances, you will also need to enter a L2TP Gateway IP address.
  • Page 27 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure Big Pond Connection This selection is for users having Big Pond Cable as their ISP. Enter the account information, as provided to you by your ISP. Click Next to continue. Big Pond Connection Settings Auth Server Enter the name of the Authentication Server as provided to you by BigPond.
  • Page 28 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Complete Setup Finally you can confirm that the setup process is completed. If you are satisfied that you have entered all the necessary information correctly, click the Conect button to save the new configuration settings and restart the Router. If you need to change settings from a previous menu, click the Back button.

  • Page 29: Configure Internet Connection Manually

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Configure Internet Connection Manually To configure the Router’s basic Internet configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, click the Internet menu link in the left hand panel of the Setup menu directory, then click the Manual Configuration button under the heading “Manual Internet Connection Options”.
  • Page 30 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Select Internet Connection Type The default Internet Connection menu displays the Dynamic IP (DHCP) Internet Connection Type menu. To select another connection type, use the pull-down My Internet Connection is: menu to select the connection type you wish to configure. The menu configuration parameters in the display will change according to the connection option you choose.
  • Page 31 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Dynamic IP (DHCP) Internet Connection A Dynamic IP Address connection configures the Router to automatically obtain its global IP address from a DHCP server on the ISP’s network. The service provider assigns a global IP address from a pool of addresses available to the service provider.
  • Page 32 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Static IP Internet Connection Your ISP should provide IP settings information needed for your public IP address and other settings using the Static IP connection type. After configuration of Internet and local network IP settings is complete, click the Save Settings button to save the configuration changes made and reboot the Router.
  • Page 33 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router PPPoE PPP or Point-to-Point protocol is a standard method of establishing network connection/session between networked devices. Different forms of PPP include PPPoA and PPPoE (discussed below) involve an authentication process that requires a username and password to gain access to the network.
  • Page 34 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router The table below describes the PPPoE Internet Connection menu settings. User Name The user name supplied to you by your ISP. Password The password supplied to you by your ISP. Retype Password Retype the password entered in the Password feld.
  • Page 35 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router PPTP If your ISP is using PPTP to provide your Internet connection, the ISP will give you the necessary information to configure the Router. There are two ways to enable the router to become a PPTP client, one is...
  • Page 36 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router To configure the router to be a PPTP client, complete the following fields and click the Save Settings button. IP Address Type the IP address supplied by your ISP. Subnet Mask Type the Subnet mask supplied by your ISP.
  • Page 37 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router L2TP If your ISP is using L2TP to provide your Internet connection, the ISP will give you the necessary information to configure the Router. There are two ways to enable the router to become a L2TP client, one...
  • Page 38 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router To configure the router to be a L2TP client, complete the following fields and click the Save Settings button. IP Address Type the IP address supplied by your ISP. Subnet Mask Type the Subnet mask supplied by your ISP.
  • Page 39 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router L2TP If your ISP is using L2TP to provide your Internet connection, the ISP will give you the necessary information to configure the Router. There are two ways to enable the router to become a L2TP client,...

  • Page 40: Network (Lan Ip) Settings

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Network (LAN IP) Settings Use this window to configure Router Settings and DHCP Server Settings. When you are finished, click the Save Settings button at the top of the window. Use the Network Settings menu to configure the LAN IP settings, DHCP server status and DHCP static IP addresses for the LAN.
  • Page 41 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router DHCP Server Settings Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) allows the gateway to automatically obtain the IP address from a DHCP server on the service provider’s network. The 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 the Router requests an IP address.

  • Page 42: Printer Setup

    2. Power on the printer; follow the instructions included with the printer to plug in the power cable and turn the power on. 3. Complete the USB connection from the DIR-120 USB to the USB port on the printer. Check the LED indicator on the DIR-120 front panel for the USB connection to make sure a physical connection is established.
  • Page 43 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 5. The first Printer Setup Wizard menu lists the steps used for intallation. Click the Next button to detect the printer. D-Link DIR-120 User Manual...
  • Page 44 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 6. The printer should be detected immediately. The model name will be displayed if detected. If no printer is detected a warning tells you the printer installation cannot be completed. Check the cable connections and make sure the printer is powered on. Click Next if a printer is detected.
  • Page 45 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 7. It is now necessary to install the correct printer driver on your computer. Click the Next button to launch the file. D-Link DIR-120 User Manual...
  • Page 46 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 8. A setup will launch or attempt to launch on your computer. Often the browser settings prevent the file from launching until permission is granted. This file must be executed to install the printer driver. In Windows Internet Explorer permission can be granted to launch downloded application. See the example from Windows Internet Explorer as seen in XP below.

  • Page 47: Advanced Configuration

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Advanced Configuration The Advanced directory tab offers seven configuration menus, Port Forwarding, Application Rules, Access Control, Website Filter, Firewall Settings, Advanced Network, and QoS Engine. Click the corresponding link in the left panel of the window. Port Forwarding is the first menu listed and the first to appear when accessing the Advanced directory.

  • Page 48: Port Forwarding

    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/DCS–5300 – A D-Link internet camera used for security monitoring • i2eye – A D-Link Broadband VideoPhone used for video conferencing Port Forwarding Rules menu These external services may be modified by clicking the corresponding checkbox.

  • Page 49: Application Rules

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Application Rules This window is used to configure applications that require multiple connections, such as Internet Telephony, video conferencing, and Internet gaming. The following window lists six Special Applications that commonly use more than one connection. To configure one of these applications, tick its corresponding checkbox and then modify the fields listed below the following figure.

  • Page 50: Access Control

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Access Control Access Control, or MAC 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 51: Website Filter

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Website Filter The Website Filter feature filters URLs. A URL is a specially formatted text string that uniquely defines an Internet website. This window will allow users to block computers on the LAN from accessing certain URLs. This may be accomplished by simply entering the URL to be blocked in the Website URL Address field. The three options available for configuring Website Filtering from the drop-down menu on the window below are: Turn Website Filtering OFF, Turn Website Filtering ON and ALLOW computers access to ONLY these sites, and Turn Website Filtering ON and DENY computers access to ONLY these sites.

  • Page 52: Firewall Rules

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Firewall Settings The DIR-120 Broadband Router comes equipped with a firewall. This configuration window allows the Router to enforce specific predefined policies intended to protect against certain common types of attacks. To configure the Router’s firewall, click the Advanced tab at the top of the window and then the Firewall Settings tab to the left.

  • Page 53: Advanced Network

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Advanced Network UPNP UPnP supports zero-configuration networking and automatic discovery for many types of networked devices. When enabled, it allows other devices that support UPnP to dynamically join a network, obtain an IP address, convey its capabilities, and learn about the presence and capabilities of other devices.

  • Page 54: Qos Engine

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router QOS Engine Upstream Bandwidth Use the QoS WAN Upstream Bandwidth drop-down menu to adjust the upstream bandwidth setting. Please contact your ISP for more information before changing this setting. This feature allows you to improve your VoIP voice quality or stream by prioritizing it over other network traffic such as FTP or Web.

  • Page 55: Tools

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Tools The Tools tab allows you to set up basic maintenance features on the Router. The windows available under this tab include Admin, Time, System, Firmware, Dynamic DNS, System Check, Schedules, and Log Settings. Tools directory – Aministrator Settings menu...

  • Page 56: Admin

    This window allows you to configure a new password for the Router. There is only one administrator account that can access the DIR-120’s web management interface. To change the password, enter the password into the New Password field and repeat the password in the Confirm Password field. Click Save Settings to set your new password.

  • Page 57: Time

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Time The system time is the time used by the DIR-120 for scheduling services. You can configure, update, and maintain the time on the internal system clock. To configure system time on the Router, determine the method used to maintain time.

  • Page 58: System

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router System The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive by clicking the Save button. The saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the Router. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used.

  • Page 59: Firmware

    In order to keep pace with changes in standards and technology, the DIR-120 allows you to easily update the embedded firmware. You may obtain the latest version of the DIR-120 firmware by logging onto the D-Link web site at www.dlink.com. If you are connected to the Internet, you can access the D-Link web site by clicking on Check Now.

  • Page 60: Dynamic Dns

    Internet if the public IP address changes. DDNS requires that an account be set up with one of the supported DDNS servers. D-Link offers a free DDNS service. If you are interested in using D-Link’s DDNS...

  • Page 61: System Check

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router System Check This window aids the user in maintaining and enhancing the functionality of the router. It includes settings for VCT Info and Ping Test. VCT Info The Virtual Cable Tester section allows every Ethernet port on the Router to be tested.

  • Page 62: Schedules

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Schedules This window is used to create implementation schedules for Firewall Settings rules. This is the same menu accessed using the Make New Schedule button in the Rules menu of the Firewall Settings page. Complete the Add Schedule Rule settings on the window above and then click the Save Settings button at the top of the window.

  • Page 63: Log Settings

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Log Settings The system log displays chronological event log data, including System Activity, Debug Information, Attacks, Dropped Packets, and Notice. Check the desired category of Log Type in the bottom half of the window above and then click the Save button and follow the prompts to save the file.

  • Page 64: Status

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Status The Status tab will allow users to check information about the Router, including Device Info, Log, Stats, and Active Session. Status directory – Device Information menu D-Link DIR-120 User Manual...

  • Page 65: Device Info

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Device Info This window, located under the Status tab will allow users to view information regarding the settings of the Router, both on the LAN side and WAN side of the connection. Printer queue information is displayed under Printer Server Intformaiton.

  • Page 66: Log

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router This window allows users to view events occurring within the router by time and date, and also view the source and destination of the event. The user may use the First Page, Last Page, Previous and Next buttons to scroll through the log events listed in the window.

  • Page 67: Active Session

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Active Session This window displays the Source and Destination packets passing through the Router. To refresh the window, click the Refresh button. Active Session menu LAN Computer (DHCP Client) List Click the LAN computer link to view DHCP clients currently connected.

  • Page 68: Support

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Support This 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. Support Menu menu D-Link DIR-120 User Manual...

  • Page 69: Technical Specifications

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Appendix A Technical Specifications Standards Operating Temperature IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet 32*F to 113*F (0*C to 45*C) IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.3 Nway Auto-Negotiation Humidity 95% maximum (non-condensing) VPN Pass Through/Multi-Sessions PPTP Power Input...

  • Page 70: Configuring Ip Settings On Your Computer

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Appendix B Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Router it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed.

  • Page 71: Configure Windows Xp For Dhcp

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Configure Windows XP for DHCP Use the following steps to configure a computer running Windows XP to be a DHCP client. From the Start menu on your desktop, go to Settings, then click on Network Connections.
  • Page 72 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router In the General tab of the Local Area Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the Properties button. 1. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking once in the circle. Click the OK button.

  • Page 73: Windows 2000

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.

  • Page 74: Windows 95 And Windows 98

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router Windows 95 and Windows 98 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click the Network icon.
  • Page 75 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 4. The Network Properties dialog box displays with a list of currently installed network components. If the list includes Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then the protocol has already been enabled. Skip ahead to Configure Windows ME for DHCP.
  • Page 76 DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 7. After all files are installed, a window displays to inform you that a TCP/IP service called DHCP can be set up to dynamically assign IP information. 8. Click Yes to continue, and then click OK if prompted to restart your computer.

  • Page 77: Contacting Technical Support

    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 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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