Introduction - D-Link DIR-608 User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

Introduction

The DIR-608 Wireless N 150 Home Router is an attractive, high-performance router that makes it easy to share your broadband
Internet connection with all your devices. Simply connect it to your broadband modem, then use the web-based setup wizard
to guide you step-by-step through the configuration process. Whether you're surfing the web on your desktop or relaxing on
the couch with your laptop, the DIR-608 keeps you connected wherever you are in your home.
The DIR-608 creates a high-speed home network with wireless speeds of up to 150 Mbps for fast file transfers, seamless web
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surfing, and smooth online gaming. The external antenna increases your wireless coverage so you can avoid dead spots and
get a reliable connection in more places throughout your home. The DIR-608 also has a repeater mode, which allows you to
extend the range of your existing wireless network, letting you reach the farthest corners of your home or small office.
The DIR-608 has a host of security features, meaning you can access the Internet without fear of your network being
compromised. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) / Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) encryption secures wireless traffic across your
network, preventing unauthorized access and eavesdropping. Meanwhile, the NAT firewall protects your network from attacks
and intrusions via the Internet. No matter whether you are shopping online, doing your banking, or accessing your personal
information, the DIR-608 keeps your data and your network safe.
Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental
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factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will
adversely affect wireless signal range.
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