D-Link DI-711 User Manual

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D-Link
DI-711
Wireless Broadband Router
User's Manual
Rev. 07062005

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  • Page 1 D-Link DI-711 Wireless Broadband Router User’s Manual Rev. 07062005...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Hardware Installation ... 11 Placement ...11 Safety Precautions ...11 Side Panel ... 11 Front Panel ...12 Rear Panel...12 Basic DI-711 Configuration & Main Page ...13 Start-up and Log in...13 Main Page...15 Setup Wizard ...15 Device Information...16 Device Status ...17 Basic Setup ...18 Advanced Settings ...21...
  • Page 3 LAN Connection Problems ...36 ISP Connection Problems...38 Internet Application Problems...39 Wireless Troubleshooting ...41 Performing a Factory Reset...42 Using the PING Utility in Windows 95/98/Me ...43 Using the WINIPCFG Utility in Windows 95/98/Me ...45 Technical Specifications ...47 D-Link Offices...49 Limited Warranty...50 Registration Card ...59...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Wireless Broadband Router to help you get the most out of your Internet experience. D-Link’s Wireless Broadband Router allows LAN users to share a single Internet Connection while providing the safety and security of port blocking, packet filtering, and a natural firewall.
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Each time they are powered up the Broadband Router will recognize them and set their IP address to instantly connect them to the LAN. Package Contents The D-Link DI-711 package should include the following items. DI-711 Broadband router User’s Manual Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 6: Introduction To Broadband Router Technology

    Introduction to Broadband Router Technology A router is a device that forwards data packets from a source to a destination. Routers work on OSI layer 3, which forwards data packets using an IP addresses and not a MAC address. A router will forward data from the Internet to a particular computer on your LAN.
  • Page 7: Introduction To Local Area Networking

    network and analyzes each piece of data. Each piece of data is checked against a set of criteria that the administrator configures. If any data does not meet the criteria, that data is blocked and discarded. If the data meets the criteria, the data is passed through.
  • Page 8: Introduction To Virtual Private Networking

    forwards the data to all other ports. A switch is more sophisticated, in that a switch can determine the port that each piece of data is supposed to be delivered to. A switch minimizes network traffic and speeds up the communication over a network.
  • Page 9: Introduction To Wireless Networking

    D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy to use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home or business. Strictly adhering to IEEE 802.11b the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to access the data you want, when and where you want it.
  • Page 10 1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings to a minimum - Each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Link Air Wireless products range from 1-30 meters. Position your Access Points, Residential Gateways, and Computers so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
  • Page 11: Hardware Installation

    Please do not try to open or repair the DI-711 yourself. Do not place the DI-711 in a damp or humid location, i.e. a bathroom. The DI-711 should be placed in a sheltered and non-slip location within a temperature range of +5 to +40 Celsius degree.
  • Page 12: Front Panel

    The front panel provides LED’s for device status. Refer to the following table for the meaning of each feature. Power Power status of the DI-711. A steady LED indicates that the power is on. No LED light indicates lack of power. WLAN Wireless Connection status.
  • Page 13: Basic Di-711 Configuration & Main Page

    Although you can change the IP address of the DI-711 to meet your needs, this manual will assume that the defaults are left in place. This means that the IP address of your DI-711 will be 192.168.0.1. If you have changed the IP address scheme, please substitute 192.168.0.1 with the IP address scheme that you have chosen.
  • Page 14 In order to configure the DI-711 you must input the user-name into the User Name box. Enter the password into the Password box and press the OK button. The default User Name is “admin”. There is no default password, leave the Password field blank.
  • Page 15: Main Page

    The Main Page screen provides links to the main sections of the web configuration interface. Setup Wizard The Setup Wizard is a step-by-step guide to configuring the DI-711 to work with your ISP provider. Please refer to the quick install guide for additional instructions.
  • Page 16: Device Information

    LAN side of your DI-711. The Public WAN (Cable/DSL) Mac Address is the Mac Address assigned to the WAN port of the DI-711. This Mac Address may be used by some cable modem connections. The Firmware Version is the current firmware version used by the...
  • Page 17: Device Status

    Device Status The Device Status screen displays a graphical representation of your current configuration. The left side of the screen shows your connection information in regards to WAN and LAN IP Address information. The right side displays the connection status of each device. This means that there is a connection.
  • Page 18: Basic Setup

    This means that there is not a connection. The DHCP Log displays information about each IP Address assigned to a computer using the DHCP server built-in to the DI-711. Basic Setup The Basic Setup screen enables you to change basic settings related to accessing the Internet.
  • Page 19 Internet service. If you select PPPoE, you will need to enter the correct values for your User Name and Password in the fields provided. The DNS section needs to be set to the correct option in order for the DI-711 to resolve domain name information in URL’s.
  • Page 20 in the same way as you receive an IP Address. Select Static DNS if you were given the DNS server information when you signed with your ISP. Click on the Save & Restart button to save your settings.
  • Page 21: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings DHCP Server Settings By default, the Wireless Broadband Router has DHCP server enabled to assign an IP address ranging from 192.168.0.100 to 192.168.0.199. In addition, the router is capable of reserving up to four IP addresses within the local network for mail, web, or ftp server.
  • Page 22: Virtual Server Settings

    Specific application support is enabled in Virtual Server Settings under Advanced Settings. Click on the arrow to select the common applications such as FTP, Web server, and mail server. The DI-711 Wireless Broadband Router will detect and automatically open outgoing ports required by most applications and games.
  • Page 23 communication outside of your network. To enable DMZ, click the checkbox to the left and select “All”. Then type the IP address of the selected computer in the box provided. Click the “Submit” button to save your changes. Only one computer can use DMZ at a time. Please note that enabling DMZ removes the protection of the firewall, which exposes the computer to intrusion.
  • Page 24: Static Routing

    Static Routing In Static Routing, the user has the ability to add a static route to the routing table by simple entering the destination IP, subnet mask, and gateway. Clicking on “Add” and then “Submit” which requires a restart for the IP address to be incorporated into the routing table.
  • Page 25: Dynamic Settings

    Dynamic Settings By default, the Wireless Broadband Router will not send or receive any routing Internet protocols (RIP) to update the routing table. However, the user can enable the Wireless Broadband Router to automatically send and receive RIP packets to establish routes for commonly used paths.
  • Page 26: Modem String Settings

    Modem String Settings Most dial-up modems are compatible with the standard modem strings. However for modems that require special modem strings, the user can enter the information in this screen.
  • Page 27: System Tools

    System Tools The System Tools section enables you to manage your DI-711 and view information related to unit functions. The following functions are described in this chapter. Intruder Detection Log: View detection logs. System Diagnostics: Change remote configuration settings. Load Default Settings: Restore settings to factory default.
  • Page 28: Display Routing Table

    Display Routing Table The Display Routing Table screen displays the routing table that the DI-711 is using. A router uses a routing table to keep track of what IP addresses there are and where the router should forward packets when it...
  • Page 29 receives them. Type: The type of routing protocol used. Destination LAN IP Address: Shows the Destination IP Address on the LAN side. Subnet Mask: Shows the subnet mask assigned to the Destination LAN IP Address. Gateway IP Address: The IP Address of the assigned Gateway. Hop Count: The number of hops between the Destination LAN IP Address and the Gateway IP Address.
  • Page 30: System Diagnostics

    System Diagnostics...
  • Page 31: Load Default Settings

    The Configuration section shows important information about your ISP Settings, Modem Settings, and Device Settings as well as the latest firmware version the DI-711 is using. The Diagnosis section shows important information about ISP Status, Link Status, and the current WAN connection.
  • Page 32: Upgrade Firmware

    Upgrade Firmware The Upgrade Firmware screen enables you to update the firmware used in the DI-711. Visit D-Link’s product support site to download an updated firmware. Updated firmware usually fix problems encountered by users, but may incorporate new features.
  • Page 33: Reset Device

    The Reset Device screen enables you to reboot the DI-711. If any changes are made and you want them to take effect, you will need to reset the DI-711 to do so. Click the “Reboot” button to reset the DI-711. Click the “Cancel” button to cancel.
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    If this section does not help you fix the problem, go to the D-Link web site (www.dlink.com) for additional troubleshooting tips. If neither of these helps, please contact D-Link Technical Support for additional help. The phone numbers for Technical Support are in the appendix of this manual under D-Link Office Information.
  • Page 35 Download and upgrade the latest firmware. Make sure the correct firmware has been used while upgrading. Use only the firmware provided on D-Link’s web or FTP sites. Use only the power adapter provided. The Link or Act LED’s do not turn on.
  • Page 36: Lan Connection Problems

    lock up. When the Broadband Router locks up, it will not affect the computers attached to it. You may need to restart the client computers to regain Internet access. Although sometimes inconvenient, a lock-up is an indication of an attack. Part of the design of the Broadband Router is to act as a decoy for such traffic.
  • Page 37 is set to the same subnet as the Broadband Router. For example, if the Broadband Router is set to 192.168.0.1, change the IP address of your computer to 192.168.0.15 or another unique IP Address that corresponds to the 192.168.0.X subnet. Follow the instructions outlined in the Appendix section labeled “Console Mode”...
  • Page 38: Isp Connection Problems

    ISP Connection Problems I can access the Broadband Router, but I can’t connect to my ISP. Cause: Your DSL or Cable modem is not functioning correctly. The cable is connected from the WAN port of the Broadband Router to your DSL or Cable modem. The wrong connection type is used in Setup.
  • Page 39: Internet Application Problems

    Internet Application Problems My online game does not work. Cause: The NAT table has filled up. The correct settings have not been used to open the correct ports for your application. The unit has stopped working or crashed. Resolution: If you are trying to connect to game servers and your connection has stopped working, wait a few minutes or turn the unit off and then on again.
  • Page 40 Cause: The Domain Suffix is not set correctly. Resolution: Some email applications require you to enter the Domain Suffix when you configure your network and TCP/IP settings. The Domain Suffix is the unique identifier for your email server. The Domain Suffix is the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) address of the email server you are using.
  • Page 41: Wireless Troubleshooting

    Wireless Troubleshooting Can’t access the Broadband Router from a wireless network card Cause: Settings are not the same among each wireless adapter. Out of range. IP Address is not set correctly. Resolution: Make sure that the Mode, SSID, Channel and encryption settings are set the same on each wireless adapter.
  • Page 42: Performing A Factory Reset

    A Factory Reset can also be performed through the web configuration interface. Follow these steps to perform a factory reset using the web configuration interface. Log-in to the DI-711 web configuration interface. Click on the System Management link at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 43: Using The Ping Utility In Windows 95/98/Me

    Using the PING Utility in Windows 95/98/Me In Windows, Microsoft has provided a small utility called PING that can be used to troubleshoot your IP address and connection. The PING utility is used mainly to test the connection between your computer and a client computer.
  • Page 44 If a PING is unsuccessful between you and your DSL or Cable modem, then your connection is not setup correctly. If it is unsuccessful when PINGing your ISP or an Internet site, your connection setup maybe correct, but there might be a problem with your ISP or the Internet site you trying to PING is unavailable.
  • Page 45: Using The Winipcfg Utility In Windows 95/98/Me

    Using the WINIPCFG Utility in Windows 95/98/Me In Microsoft Windows versions 95 through Me, Microsoft has provided a small utility called WINIPCFG that can be used to troubleshoot your IP address and connection. The WINIPCFG utility is used mainly to view, release and renew your IP Address configuration.
  • Page 46 Renew buttons to receive the correct settings. If you manually set your network settings, make sure that the IP Address of your Broadband Router is set in the Gateway portion of the TCP/IP settings in your network settings. Click on "More Info" to display additional IP information. The important settings to watch for in this screen are in the Host Information box.
  • Page 47: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standards: • IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet • IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet • ANSI/IEEE 802.3 NWay auto-negotiation Protocols Supported: • • • • • PPPoE • DHCP (Client and Server) Management: • Web-Based Ports: • LAN: NWay 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet •...
  • Page 48 • 2 Mbps • 1 Mbps Additional details available at D-Link’s web site (www.dlink.com). *Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11b specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic, building materials and...
  • Page 49: D-Link Offices

    Via Nino Bonnet No. 6/b, 20154 Milano, Italy TEL: 39-02-2900-0676 FAX: 39-02-2900-1723 E-MAIL: info@dlink.it JAPAN D-LINK JAPAN 10F, 8-8-15 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141 Japan TEL: 81-3-5434-9678 FAX: 81-3-5434-9868 URL: www.d-link.co.jp RUSSIA D-LINK RUSSIA Michurinski Prospekt 49, 117607 Moscow, Russia TEL: 7-095-737-3389, 7-095-737-3492 FAX: 7-095-737-3390 SINGAPORE...
  • Page 50: Limited Warranty

    D-Link’s sole obligation shall be to repair or replace the defective Hardware at no charge to the original owner. Such repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not be new or of an identical make, model or part;...
  • Page 51 Software. Except as otherwise agreed by D-Link in writing, the replacement Software is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the Software. The Warranty Period shall extend for an additional ninety (90)
  • Page 52 Registration Card. The Registration Card provided at the back of this manual must be completed and returned to an Authorized D-Link Service Office for each D-Link product within ninety (90) days after the product is purchased and/or licensed. The addresses/telephone/fax list of the nearest Authorized D-Link Service Office is provided in the back of this manual.
  • Page 53 The packaged product shall be insured and shipped to D-Link, 53 Discovery Drive, Irvine CA 92618, with all shipping costs prepaid. D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package.
  • Page 54 PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT,...
  • Page 55 PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NON-CONFORMING PRODUCT.
  • Page 56 This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Warnung! Dies ist in Produkt der Klasse B. Im Wohnbereich kann dieses Produkt Funkstoerungen verursachen.
  • Page 57 are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
  • Page 58 949-788-0805 (option #4) If you are a customer residing outside of the United States, please refer to the list of D-Link locations in the Table of Contents. Thank you for purchasing this product. We like to receive feedback from our customers concerning our products. Please take a moment to visit our web site.
  • Page 59: Registration Card

    Education Finance Retail/Chainstore/Wholesale Government Transportation/Utilities/Communication System house/company Other________________________________ 9. Would you recommend your D-Link product to a friend? Don't know yet 10.Your comments regarding this product? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ * Product installed in type of * Product installed in computer (e.g., Compaq 486) computer serial No.

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