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D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual

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  • Page 1 Table of Content D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT ........111 ADVANCED ....................52 PORT FORWARDING ................56 PORT TRIGGERING.................. 58 DMZ......................60 PARENTAL CONTROL................61 FILTERING OPTION.................. 64 FIREWALL ....................68 DNS ......................69 Dynamic DNS..................... 70 NETWORK TOOL ..................72 ROUTING ....................79 D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 3: 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-2740B will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. System Requirements  ADSL Internet service ...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    ULTIMATE INTERNET CONNECTION The DSL-2740B ADSL2+ router is a versatile, high-performance remote router for home and the small office. With integrated ADSL2/2+ supporting up to 24Mbps download speed, firewall protection, Quality of Service (QoS), 802.11n 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 5: Features

     Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - The DSL-2740B is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b and g standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11b and g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.

  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Use the Ethernet ports to connect To manually reset, depress Router. Push again to the Router to your Ethernet LAN button with the power on for power-off the Router or Ethernet devices between ten and fifteen seconds D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 7: Leds

    Internet indicates a valid link connection. Steady on startup. These red light indicates lights blink when failed Internet there is activity connection. Dark if currently passing no WAN protocol is through the Ethernet configured. port. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 8: 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 9: Installation Notes

    Operating Systems The DSL-2740B 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, and Windows XP/Vista.
  • Page 10 DSL-2740B through the wireless interface. Security for wireless communication can be accomplished in a number of ways. The DSL-2740B 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 11: Information You Will Need From Your Adsl Service Provider

    Modulation Type drop-down menu on the ADSL Configuration window (Advanced > ADSL) Security Protocol This is the method your ADSL 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 12 ADSL 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 ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 13: Information You Will Need About Dsl-2740B

    IP address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled. LAN Subnet Mask for the DSL-2740B This is the subnet mask used by the DSL-2740B, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. This can be changed later.

  • Page 14: Information You Will Need About Your Lan Or Computer

    Ethernet NIC If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-2740B to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet ports on the DSL-2740B to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices.

  • Page 15: Wireless Installation Considerations

    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 16: Device Installation

    Device Installation The DSL-2740B Wireless ADSL Router maintains three separate interfaces, an Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and an ADSL 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 ADSL modem in order to use the Router’s WAN function.

  • Page 17: 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 18 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 19: 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 20: Setup

    Router including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup. WIZARD ADSL 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 21 Section 3 - Configuration STEP 1: CHANGE YOUR DSL-2740B 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 22 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 Save Settings button to apply your settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 23 Enter the VPI/VCI numbers manually 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 24 Please enter the appropriate information below as provided by your ISP. Select Dynamic IPoE as protocol from drop-down menu. 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 25 Please input the correct IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS information. Note: Should you select to leave default Gateway and DNS information blank, they should be automatically generated. Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. D-Link DSL-2740B 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 27 If your Internet connection does not work after the wizard setup configuration, you can try the Setup Wizard again with alternative settings or use Manual Setup instead if you have your Internet connection details as provided by your ISP. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 28: Internet Setup

    INTERNET SETUP Click on the Add button to set your settings. WAN INTERFACE SETUP There are two ways to setup your wan interfaces. You can use the ATM Setup wizard or you can use ETH setup wizard. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 29 To adjust ATM QoS parameters, select one of the Service Categories listed here and type in the PCR value in the entry field below. For the VBR service category, an additional parameter (SCR) must also be defined. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 30 ISP has given this information to you. The connection types available are PPPoA, PPPoE, MER, IPoA and Bridge Mode. The Encapsulation Mode includes LLC/SNAP-BRIDGING and VC/MUX. Each connection type has different settings that are configured in the next Setup Wizard window. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 31 IGMP Multicast Check the Enable IGMP Multicast checkbox if user needs IPTV related application. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Please refer to page 34 DNS Server Configuration for the next step. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 32 Enter the WAN IP Address, WAN Subnet Mask and Default Gateway IP address provided by your ISP. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Please refer to page 34 NETWORK ADDRESS TRANSLATION SETTINGS for the next step. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 33 Enable the Bridging Service by checking the box.. Enter the Service name as instructed by your ISP. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Please refer to page 35 SETUP - SUMMARY D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 34 DNS Server Configuration Select Obtain DNS Server address automatically to get DNS IP address automatically, or type the Preferred and Alternate DNS server IP Address manually. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 35 Click on the Next button to go to the next window. 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 36 The connection types available are PPPoE and IP over Ethernet. Each connection type has different settings that are configured in the next Setup Wizard window. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 37 IGMP Multicast Check the Enable IGMP Multicast checkbox if user needs IPTV related application. Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Please refer to page 34 DNS Server Configuration for the next step. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 38 For IP over Ethernet Connection Select IP over Ethernet radio button and Click on the Next button to go to the next window. Please refer to page 32 MAC Encapsulation Routing (MER) connection for the next step. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 39: 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 Setup button in the SETUP directory.
  • Page 40 Enable Use WPA encryption instead of WEP will help provide a more secure wireless network. WPA is stronger than WEP and all D-Link wireless client adapters support WPA. Click Prev to go back to previous page.
  • Page 41 This screen shows the information for the SSID, Wireless Security Mode and the Network key. Click Prev to go back to previous page. Click Save button to save the current setting. Click Cancel button to return to the main menu of Wireless Setup page. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 42 Network key and allow you to modify the current setting. if you select Auto in the previous page, you won’t see this page and please refer to next column. Click OK button to proceed the next page. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 43 Add Wireless Device with WPS (Push Button) This page will count down the timer and please start WPS in time by pressing down the Push button on your wireless device you are adding. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 44 Channel Width, Maximum rate for 20 MHz is 130 Mbps. Maximum rate for 40 MHz is 270 Mbps. Transmission Rate, suggest keeping the Best (automatic) selection. Click on the Hide Wireless Network box to allow the router to stop broadcasting its SSID. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 45 Enter the key into the WEP Key field 1~4. (Key length is outlined at the bottom of the window.) Select Authentication type from the drop-down menu. (Shared is better than Open) Click on the Apply Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 46 802.1X security measures to overcome some weaknesses in standard WEP applications. A RADIUS server is used to authenticate all potential users. . Enter your RADIUS server data: IP Address, Port, and Key. Click on the Apply Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 47: 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 48 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 49 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 50 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 51 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 52: 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 53 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 54 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 55 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 56: 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-2740B 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 57 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 58: Port Triggering

    WAN side to establish new connections back to the application on the LAN side using the Firewall ports. A maximum of 16 entries can be configured. To access the PORT TRIGGER setting window, click on the PORT TRIGGER button in the ADVANCED directory. PORT TRIGGER Click Add button to set Port Forwarding Setup setting D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 59 Custom application input box to define your own rules. Enter your Trigger and Firewall port(s), and select the Traffic Type. Click on the Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 60: 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 61: Parental Control

    To access the PARENT CONTROL setting window, click on the Parent 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 62 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 63 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 64: 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 FILTER OPTION button in the ADVANCED directory.
  • Page 65 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 checked by Incoming Filter. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 66 Click Add button to set Port Forwarding Setup setting 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 67 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 apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 68: 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 69: 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 70: 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 71 DynDns.org and D-Link DDNS. Enter the Host Name that you registered Host Name: with your DDNS service provider. Enter the Username for your DDNS Username or account. Key: Enter the Password for your DDNS account. Password or Key: D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 72: Network Tool

    Quality of Service Allows you to manually configure special routes that your network might need. ADSL Allows you to configure Default Gateway used by WAN Interface. SNMP Allows you to configure SNMP D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 73 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 74 The group name must be unique. Click the Apply button to set Port Mapping setting. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 75 Check the Enable IGMP Snooping checkbox to enable IGMP snopping function. 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 76 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 77 ISP. Consult your ISP to select the correct settings for each. Then click on Save/Apply if you are finished or click on Advanced Settings if you want to configure more D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 78 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 79: 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 80 To stop RIP service, uncheck the ‘Enable’ checkbox for the interface. Click the 'Save/Apply' button to save the configuration and to start or stop RIP. NOTE: RIP cannot be configured on the WAN interface which has NAT enabled (such as PPPoE). D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 81: 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 82 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 83 Enter the authentication user name ACS User Name: Enter the authentication password Password: Enter the authentication user name for the Connection ACS to login Request User Name: Enter the authentication password for the Connection ACS to login Request Password: D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 84: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

    User can use a new PIN code by clicking Generate New PIN button. Click Add Wireless Device with WPS button will bring you to the WPS wizard. Please refer to page Click the Apply button to save and apply your settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 85: 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 86 PC and click on the Update Settings button to load settings from local hard drive. Confirm that you want to load the file when prompted and the process will complete automatically. The Router will reboot and begin operating with the configuration settings that have just been loaded. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 87 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 88: 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 89: Access Control

    To access the ACCESS CONTROL setting window, click on the ACCESS CONTROL 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 90 Allows to view configuration settings and statistics, as well as update the router's firmware. Services Allows access to the router via HTTP, ICMP, SNMP, TELNET, and TFTP. Accesses the DSL router from the local network (LAN) side. Accesses the DSL router from the ISP side. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 91 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 92: 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 93: System Log

    Mode: host only Remote: Send log file to remote system log server only IP address of the remote system log server Server IP Address: UDP port number of the remote system log server Server UDP Port: D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 94 Section 3 - Configuration VIEW SYSTEM LOG The table lists the system log. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 95: 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-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 96 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 IP address, Mask, and DHCP Server. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 97: Wireless Clients

    This page shows all the currently connected wireless computers or PCs. To access the CONNECTED WIRELESS CLIENTS setting window, click on the Connected Clients button in the STATUS directory. CONNECTED WIRELESS CLIENTS This window displays authenticated wireless stations and their status. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 98: Dhcp Clients

    To access the CONNECTED LAN CLIENTS setting window, click on the Connected 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 99: Log

    Emergency, Alert, Critical, Error, Warning, Notice, Informational and Debugging. To access the SYSTEM LOG setting window, click on the System Log button under the STATUS tab. This page allows you to view system logs. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 100: 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 101 Section 3 - Configuration ADSL STATISTICS This window displays ADSL information including Link Rate, SNR, and some Error Counters. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 102: 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-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 103: 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 104  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 105: 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 106 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 107 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 108: 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 109: 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 110: Technical Specifications

    Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including olume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless ignal range. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 111: 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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